""A Textbook of Electricity in Medicine and Surgery"" is a comprehensive guide to the use of electricity in the medical field, written by George Vivian Poore and first published in 1876. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the use of electricity in medicine, including the history of electricity in medicine, the basic principles of electricity, and the different types of electrical currents used in medical practice. The book also includes detailed discussions of the various medical applications of electricity, such as electrotherapy, electrodiagnosis, and electrocautery, as well as the use of electricity in surgery and anesthesia. Throughout the book, Poore provides detailed explanations of the scientific principles underlying the use of electricity in medicine, as well as practical advice for medical practitioners on how to use electricity safely and effectively in their practice. Overall, ""A Textbook of Electricity in Medicine and Surgery"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and practical applications of electricity in the medical field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.